The USA Today article, “Your Smartphone Is 7 Times Dirtier Than Your Toilet. Here’s How To Clean It,” recently made the rounds on the internet and it’s understandable why.

A well-versed infection control coordinator is integral to making sure a site-specific infection control program is both compliant and effective.

Clinicians need to be well informed about the properties of the products they use for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces.

Basic periodontal risk assessment is key to diagnosis, prognosis, and care planning.

Dental hygienists are well positioned to note the signs and symptoms of this increasingly common form of mistreatment among older adults.

Oral health professionals should have a basic understanding of glycemic monitoring and management to best serve patients with this common chronic disease.

As the prevalence of heart disease grows, dental hygienists must be aware of its implications for dental care.